> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://helpcenter.gitprotect.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://helpcenter.gitprotect.io/backup-and-recovery/devops/github/recovery/recovering-teams.md).

# Recovering teams

## Overview

When restoring repositories, one type of metadata that can be restored is **teams**. **GitProtect** ensures that **teams** and their associated users are reinstated.

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This process may include sending invitations for users to rejoin the organization.
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Before starting the restoration process, a prompt will inform you of this action—accepting the prompt will restore **teams** and send invitations as needed. Canceling the prompt will exclude **teams** from the restoration process.

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## Limitations

The maximum number of external collaborators that can be restored for a single repository in one operation is limited to **50**. This restriction is due to **GitHub** **API** limitations, which define how many collaborators can be processed in a single batch. This constraint is independent of **GitProtect** and cannot be bypassed by the backup solution.

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## Useful links and items

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